Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband by Anney GW

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143 Ducks In A Row (Judy)

I've managed to smuggle an untraceable phone into Ashlyn's facility, ensuring we can stay in touch. I mean, the poor girl, she needs someone who cares. Her mother has written her off completely now.

It's only right that I should visit. There's no trouble bribing half the staff to turn a blind eye to Ashlyn using a phone in her bathroom. She contacts me when she can. Later this will come in handy. For now, I'm just pretending I care about Ashlyn. A few minutes later, my phone buzzes.

A: I'll do anything for Jayden

J: I know you truly love him.

A: I'm sorry I hurt him

1. He's okay now

A: But he's with her

J: Time will fix it all. Trust me

The irony isn't lost on me. Ashlyn's obsession with my son is both her greatest strength and her ultimate weakness. As long as she believes she's doing this for him, she'll follow my lead.

I delete each text right away, ensuring there's no trace of our communication.

I pour myself a glass of wine and sink into my favorite armchair. The plan is working. Slowly but surely, I'm regaining control. Winona will slip up, and when she does, I'll be there.

To take Abby and Jayden back where they belong. With me.

I think back to the day of the shooting. I told Ashlyn where Winona would be, knowing she had a gun. I didn't anticipate Jayden's heroic act, but in the end, it worked out. He survived, and now I have another chance to remove Winona from our lives for good. No more attempts at her life though. I've learned that lesson now. As I sit there, savoring my impending victory, my phone buzzes again.

A: When will I see Jayden like you promised?

that keeping Ashlyn at bay

Soon, Ashlyn. We need to get our ducks

she's just another pawn in my game. And

in a silent toast to

ever wanted.

at the door. It's Gus. He's taking me to dinner. I set my glass down and walk to

to find him standing there with that usual

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he says, stepping Inside. "Are

the living room. "I was born

arms crossed, his gaze piercing. "I know you're up to something. I can feel it. And I'm going to find out what it

his suspicion. "Gus, I'm not up to anything. I'm just trying to make things. right with Jayden and

eyes. "You expect me to

nonchalance. "Believe what you

I know you. I've seen you

to call off the whole thing with the accident, he might forgive me sooner. Then I can move on without this stress. You'd

see him happy, to spend time with Abby. And who knows, maybe I can finally travel to Europe like we always

about, you mean.

a little,

his eyes. He's wanted to bring me to Europe for years. Maybe giving Gus what he wants is the way to get Jayden to be more reasonable about my mistake. I mean, if I leave the country, Jayden will see I'm serious about letting him

see, Judy. But I'm watching you. Don't think for a second

sincere. "I understand, Gus. I appreciate you looking out for Jayden. For all of us." He sighs. "I hope you're being honest. Because if you're not, it's going to come back to haunt you.' I sit down across from him, feeling a surge of confidence. "Do we have a

new restaurant in the city that's supposed to be

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my voice soft and sincere. "Gus, I really do

expression softening. "Alright, Judy. I'll talk to